Genus Centropomus refers to a group of fish species commonly known as snooks. Snooks are primarily found in coastal waters of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, as well as in several freshwater rivers. Although all the species in this genus share many common characteristics, they have specific differences that make them unique. Some of the synonyms for Genus Centropomus include Common Snook, Robalo, Guajaca, Ringed Snook, and Fat Snook. These synonyms are commonly used in different parts of the world depending on the species and their physical attributes. However, regardless of the names used, snooks remain a valuable aquatic resource that serves various economic and ecological purposes.